2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (216 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 367 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | LS | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
